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Society Garlic
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Flower

Society Garlic

Tulbaghia violacea

Grassy clumps topped with lavender flower clusters over a long season. Leaves smell of garlic when crushed.

Recommended uses

  • Edging
  • Borders
  • Xeriscapes
Plant type
Perennial flower
Annual / perennial
Perennial
Evergreen / deciduous
Evergreen
Sun
Full sun to part shade
Shade tolerance
Moderate
Water needs
Low
Bloom season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Bloom color
Purple, Pink
Mature height
1–2 ft
Mature width
1 ft
Maintenance
Low
Texas heat tolerance
High
Drought tolerance
High